"Well, this a little off topic concerning the 60 army but having carried a sidearm for over 27 years in law enforcement (Border Patrol & local law enforcement), the sidearm is considered a defensive weapon & the vast majority of the use for self defense is 7 yards or less. It was not design as a long range weapon...
That is why, if you had a partner riding with you, he always had a Remington 870 12 ga. shotgun at the ready. That is the most effective weapon when a confrontation occurs."

Larry, thank you for your service at what today is not appreciated by the higher ups; only the people. When I did a short stint as a Base Policeman in GTMO, I carried a Model 1911 for social engagements, and a Winchester Model 97 12 guage for serious business. Stan